Hawks propose Kuminga for Lakers' Vanderbilt in sign-and-trade deal

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Last updated Jul 8, 2026

Hawks propose Kuminga for Lakers' Vanderbilt in sign-and-trade deal
Summary

The Atlanta Hawks are willing to execute a sign-and-trade involving Jonathan Kuminga and declining Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt. This potential trade would allow Kuminga, an unrestricted free agent, to secure a higher salary than the Lakers could offer. The deal framework suggested includes Vanderbilt, who has two years left on his contract, along with a 2032 first-round pick swap. The Lakers have been assessing options to acquire Kuminga to bolster their roster.

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  • Atlanta seeks to trade Kuminga to Los Angeles.
  • Vanderbilt has a contract worth $25.7 million over two years.
  • Lakers would swap a 2032 first-round pick in the deal.
  • Kuminga's potential offers a higher offensive threat for the Lakers.
  • Vanderbilt's performance has been inconsistent since joining the Lakers.
Latest Updates
  • 3:21 PMYahoo SportsLakers reportedly in active discussions with Hawks for Jonathan Kuminga sign-and-trade
  • 2:22 AMYahoo SportsWhat Hawks want from Lakers in sign-and-trade for Jonathan Kuminga
  • 11:39 PMYahoo SportsReport: Proposed Hawks Sign-and-Trade Offer Would Send RFA Kuminga to Lakers
  • 10:53 PMYahoo SportsHawks willing to swap Jonathan Kuminga for declining $48 million Lakers forward via sign-and-trade
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The Atlanta Hawks declined their $24.3 million team option on restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga for the upcoming season. The […]

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The Hawks are reportedly willing to send Jonathan Kuminga to the Lakers in a sign-and-trade, but what do they want from L.A.?

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The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly cooking up a deal with the Atlanta Hawks.

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